Standby tickets are a way to choose a standby option at the time of ticket purchase, i.e. to pre-reserve a seat on a train other than the ticket that has already been sold out. The time it takes for a standby ticket to be successful varies on a case-by-case basis and is uncertain.
Generally speaking, the time it takes for a standby ticket to be successful depends on a number of factors, such as the popularity of the ticket, the departure time, the waitlist time of the passenger, and the time when the system releases the ticket. Normally, it is more difficult to wait for tickets on popular routes and the success time is longer. For less popular trains or routes, the chance of success in the standby will be relatively higher, and the standby time may be shorter.
In addition, the regulations of different railway authorities and ticketing platforms may also have an impact on the time it takes for a standby ticket to be successful. For example, some railroads will release standby tickets a day or two before departure, while others may release tickets a long time in advance.
Therefore, for passengers who want to buy tickets through waiting, it is recommended to check the ticket status of the relevant route in advance, and try to choose a less popular train or route for standby. At the same time, it is also possible to try the waitlist application for multiple platforms to increase the chances of success. If you need to travel in a short period of time, it is recommended to pay attention to the latest developments of the railway bureau and the ticketing platform in advance in order to obtain the ticketing information in time.
In conclusion, the time to be on standby varies from case to case, and travelers need to be flexible, prepared, and planned in advance.